Admitting to DUI, was that bad?

[Lilly]

I am in the process of testing for a Police Department. I have passed the written, I got a 100 on my interview, and have a BA in Criminal Justice. However, I admitted to driving whilst intoxicated in a background questionnaire, but I do not have a DUI. Something stupid I did years ago, but did not want to lie about it. They have known of my answers and have continued to let me test. Will they drop me later on?

[tami]

The question on my pre-pysch was worded "Have you EVER driven while under the influence of intoxicants" and I answered yes. I consider having one alcoholic drink and driving being under the influence. The B/I sent me a letter a week and a half ago wanting me to explain when and in detail about this. Well it was 1994 when I first started drinking, I would have a few after work then drive home but I was never falling down drunk or stupid about it. I just told the truth but I also said, that was then and now if I have even one drink I don't drive, I have a designated driver. You should be fine, all of us have done it but from what I've been told it's a very touchy subject to be handled with care. I don't know how I've done yet but I will find out anyday. Good luck and the best policy is always: Be honest, truthful.

[tpd_six]

Doubtful, I think it's much less likely they would drop you because of that than if you hadn't told them about it and it came up later on a poly.

[rdp]

If you don't answer yes to some of the criminal act questions, they will know you are lying. Not a single one of us is perfect and we have all made mistakes.

Think of it like this, if you are under 21 and have a BAC of .02 (about 1 beer) you could be deemed impaired.

[Lilly]

Thanks all and good luck Tami. I was just really worried about being dropped for something that's not a true judgment of my character.